Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
capricornica
ID:
379299

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Hutch.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Oxford) , n.s., 6: 99 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000378631



Common Names

  • Capricornica Neoalsomitra
  • Capricornica False-pimpernel
  • Capricornica Neoalsomitra


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Synonyms

  • Zanonia capricornica F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Alsomitra capricornica F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Neoalsomitra capricornica (also called 'Cape Daisy', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and grows to a height of 1.5 meters. It is found in rocky, mountainous areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Neoalsomitra capricornica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neoalsomitra capricornica is a small, yellowish-brown spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are thin, grass-like, with a single stem and small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neoalsomitra capricornica is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is also tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Neoalsomitra capricornica

Neoalsomitra capricornica is native to Australia.

Neoalsomitra capricornica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neoalsomitra capricornica?

Neoalsomitra capricornica

What is the common name of Neoalsomitra capricornica?

Capricorn Neoalsomitra

What is the natural habitat of Neoalsomitra capricornica?

Grasslands and scrublands of southern South America

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:293595-1: Based on the initial data import